Rampant Corruption puts Kuwait’s 186,000 Construction Workers at risk
May 22, 2015
Construction workers in Kuwait are building its future in hazardous and exploitative work sites.
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Three Filipina Domestic Workers Flee Abuse and Forced Labor in Kuwait
April 15, 2015
The women escaped mistreatment and confinement by an employer with a record of abuse. They narrated their experiences to MRRORS.org, requesting anonymity.
Understanding Kafala: An archaic law at cross purposes with modern development
March 22, 2015
Kafala was "supposed to be a good system that makes it incumbent upon nationals to look after non-nationals.” Today it's a tool of extreme exploitation and oppression.
In 2014, GCC Promise for domestic work reform falls short once again
January 22, 2015
Contrary to initial GCC media statements confirming the adoption of new model contract for domestic workers, sources say no new changes were discussed at the November 2014 meeting.
Labor Strikes in the GCC: Deportations and Victories in 2014
October 29, 2014
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March 24, 2026
Kuwait freelancer's visa
Kuwait plans to introduce a ‘freelancers’ visa category, according to local media. The visa was supposed to launch by mid-April 2026. However, given the ongoing conflict and the extent to which Kuwait has been impacted, the timeline may change.
March 18, 2025
Kuwait Opens Its First Shelter for Male Migrants
Kuwait’s Public Authority for Manpower has recently opened the country’s first shelter for male migrants. According to authorities, the facility will provide essential services, including legal support and healthcare, to male migrant workers in both the domestic and private sectors.
March 10, 2025
Kuwait to Digitise Labour Complaints and Ban Companies That Violate Work Permit Regulations from Issuing New Ones
Kuwait’s Public Authority for Manpower has announced plans to fully digitize labour complaints in the private sector, eliminating in-person visits except for hearings. A new Ministerial Order also bans companies violating work permit rules from hiring new workers.
December 31, 2024
Kuwait Waives Permit Fees for Migrants Over 60 Without Degrees and Eases Job Transfers
Kuwait recently issued a decision to revoke Article 1 of the Public Authority for Manpower Decision No. 294 of 2023, which required migrants aged over 60 and without a university degree to pay an additional annual fee of KD 250 (US$810) and obtain private health insurance.
August 5, 2024
Kuwait Drops University Degree Requirement for Family Visa Sponsorship
Kuwait’s Interior Ministry has recently revised its family visa sponsorship regulations, removing the requirement for migrants to have a university degree to sponsor their spouses and children.